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What are my rights if my spouse emptied our savings account right after I asked for a divorce?
In Illinois, the fact that a spouse emptied a savings account soon after a divorce request can raise serious legal issues, but the legal effect depends on who owned the account, where the money came from, and what a cour...
Can a Bank Reverse a Fraud Credit Months After Giving It to Me?
In general, yes, a bank may sometimes reverse a fraud-related provisional credit months after it was issued, depending on why the credit was given, how the bank investigated the claim, and what the account agreement or a...
Can I get child support in Alabama if the other parent is paid mostly in cash?
In Alabama, a parent being paid mostly in cash does not automatically prevent child support from being ordered. Child support is generally based on a parent’s income and the child’s needs, and courts may look beyond a pa...
Can I sue for defamation if someone falsely says online that I have an STD?
In Missouri, a false online statement that you have an STD may sometimes support a defamation claim, but the details matter a lot. In general, a defamation claim requires a false statement of fact, publication to a third...
How do I handle a subscription that keeps charging after I canceled through email?
If a subscription keeps charging after you canceled by email, the first step is usually to save proof of the cancellation and the later charges. That may include your cancellation email, the company’s reply, bank stateme...
Do I have to leave if I received a notice to vacate but no court papers yet?
In general, a notice to vacate does not always mean you have to move out immediately. In Oregon, a notice to vacate is often an early step in the eviction process, but it is usually not the same thing as a court order. I...
Do I have to appear in court for an uncontested divorce in Alabama?
In Alabama, you may not always have to appear in court for an uncontested divorce, but it depends on the court, the paperwork, and the facts of your case. In many uncontested divorces, spouses agree on the major issues a...
Do I have to pay an early termination fee if my internet service was down for 18 days?
In general, maybe not automatically. If your internet service was down for 18 days, that outage may matter when a provider tries to charge an early termination fee, but the answer usually depends on the contract language...
Employer Raised My Hourly Rate by Mistake and Won’t Fix It—Am I Liable?
In New Jersey, an employer may sometimes try to recover wages that were paid by mistake, including an hourly rate that was accidentally set too high. Whether you are legally liable usually depends on the facts, including...
Can I sue a dog walker if the dog they were handling bit me?
In Utah, you may be able to bring a claim against a dog walker if the walker’s conduct played a role in the bite, but the answer usually depends on the facts, the relationship between the walker and the dog owner, and wh...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge me for replacing appliances that were already old?
In general, a landlord cannot usually charge a tenant for replacing an appliance just because the appliance was already old and reached the end of its normal life. Ordinary aging, normal wear and tear, and depreciation a...
Is it legal for a landlord to refuse to renew my lease because I complained about noise?
In New York, a landlord may sometimes decide not to renew a lease for reasons that are not illegal, even if a tenant previously complained about noise. But the answer can depend heavily on the type of housing, the reason...
How do I handle harassment from a former dating partner if there was no domestic relationship?
If a former dating partner is harassing you, the fact that there was no domestic relationship does not necessarily mean you have no legal options. In Washington, the available options often depend on what the person is d...
Can I record a call with an insurance adjuster if I tell them at the beginning?
In California, the answer is usually no if the other person does not agree. California is generally treated as an “all-party consent” state for recording confidential communications, which means telling the insurance adj...
What happens if I was bitten while pet sitting for the dog owner?
If you were bitten while pet sitting for the dog owner in Colorado, what happens next usually depends on the facts, the dog’s history, who had control of the dog, and what insurance may apply. In general, a bite claim ca...